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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability is a high priority and cost is a consideration, the XPG Xenia 14 is lighter, more compact, and generally less expensive than the LG Gram 17. However, the LG Gram 17 offers a larger screen with higher resolution and more storage space, which may be beneficial for general use and multitasking. For intensive engineering tasks, keep in mind that neither laptop is optimized for high-demand graphics or processing, but both should handle general engineering software adequately. The LG Gram 17 has longer battery life, which could be an advantage for long work sessions away from power sources. On the other hand, the Xenia 14, while having a shorter battery life, scores higher on portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG Gram 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
353.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the XPG Xenia 14 is good.
The LG Gram 17 stands out for general use due to its larger, higher-resolution screen which provides more workspace and clearer display, a more powerful CPU, and significant extra RAM that complement its sizable storage, enhancing multitasking and smooth operation. On the other hand, the XPG Xenia 14 excels in portability and has strong general performance, matched with a high-quality keyboard and good battery life, making it a solid choice for on-the-go users who value a balance between functionality and mobility.
Engineering and Design
8.0
6.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The LG Gram 17 is praised for engineering and design due to its larger 17-inch screen with higher resolution and color coverage, complemented by a powerful processor and ample RAM, making it ideal for intricate tasks and detailed visuals, although it's less portable. The XPG Xenia 14, while more portable and also suitable for design and engineering, offers a smaller 14-inch display and less RAM, which are compensated with a quality keyboard and a quieter operating noise, but may limit performance during highly demanding workloads.
Content Creation
8.4
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the XPG Xenia 14 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.2
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for software development, while the XPG Xenia 14 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.4
6.9
17.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
353.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The LG Gram 17 and XPG Xenia 14 both offer high resolution and brightness, which is essential for clarity and visibility in general use, making them suitable choices for everyday tasks and productivity. For engineering and design work, their screens are able to display a wide range of colors accurately, but they lack the higher refresh rates desired for smooth rendering in gaming and 3D applications. As such, while these laptops are great for general use and professional creative tasks, they may not provide the most fluid experience for gaming or 3D modeling where fast refresh rates are crucial.
Battery
11.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The LG Gram 17 has 11 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Excellent
17.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the LG Gram 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,699
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG Gram 17 has a price of $1,699 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.1
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The LG Gram 17 and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The LG Gram 17 is considered good for gaming and 3D because it has a more powerful GPU and a larger battery compared to the XPG Xenia 14, which is rated fair for these applications due to its less powerful GPU and smaller battery capacity. Additionally, the LG Gram 17 offers a larger screen size, which enhances gaming and 3D experience, while XPG Xenia 14's smaller screen may limit this experience despite its high-quality display panel.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The XPG Xenia 14 and LG Gram 17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the LG Gram 17 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG Gram 17 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.7'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.98 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.91" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.19" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 353 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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LG Gram 17
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Sascha Mölck | August 2022
"The LG Gram 17 is a light office laptop with a large display and great battery life. The newest incarnation of the Gram 17 can be classified as a model update. LG uses the predecessor's compact, light magnesium case along with an identical port configuration (including 2x Thunderbolt 4) and keyboard. Changes can be found in the hardware. With the Gram 17 (2022), LG offers a light (approx. 1,350 g), mobile work device - and finally with a matte display."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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About LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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